Chorizo and Cheese Pizza

This Chorizo and Cheese Pizza is a deliciously satisfying low-carb twist on a classic dish, featuring a flavorful chorizo topping over a cheesy, crustless base. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this pizza delivers bold flavors without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Chorizo - 150 grams, crumbled
• Mozzarella cheese - 200 grams, shredded
• Cream cheese - 100 grams, softened
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the crumbled chorizo until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, almond flour, egg, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a thick batter forms.
4. Spread the mixture evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to form a pizza base, about 1 cm thick.
5. Bake the base in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown and firm.
6. Remove the base from the oven, evenly distribute the cooked chorizo over the top, and sprinkle additional mozzarella cheese if desired.
7. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Once done, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh cilantro before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb and ketogenic diets.

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